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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 25/03/2026

Task Force members Tammy Patrick and Pam Smith break down voting machines—what they do, how they work, & what voters need to know. The main takeaway? Voting machines make it faster and more efficient to count votes and record voters’ choices. Watch the full video here: vimeo.com/1175287595?s...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 23/03/2026

Task Force member Wendy Weiser explains how the decentralized U.S. state and local election process helps protect against interference.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 10/02/2026

Amid Trump’s calls to nationalize elections, Task Force member David Becker, from the Center for Election Innovation Research, spoke with @npr.org about the U.S. election system and who has authority over its administration. Read the full NPR article here: www.npr.org/2026/02/04/n...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 06/02/2026

How are election officials addressing concerns about potential federal interference in the 2026 midterms? Task Force member Tammy Patrick, CEO of Programs for the Election Center, explains.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 30/01/2026

On Wednesday, Jan. 28, 2026 the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) searched an election office in Fulton County, Georgia for ballots, tabulator tapes, and voter rolls from the 2020 presidential election. The cross-partisan National Task Force on Election Crises released the following statement.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 20/01/2026

As of Dec. 24, 2025, domestic mail processed by the U.S.P.S. will be postmarked the day it's processed rather than the date it’s dropped off. Task Force member Tammy Partick says voters will have to plan ahead and drop off ballots early. www.washingtonpost.com/politics/202...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 16/01/2026

Task Force member David Becker from the Center for Election Innovation Research recently spoke to @apnews.com about the Trump DOJ’s efforts to obtain sensitive voter information ahead of the 2026 midterm elections. Read the full article here: apnews.com/article/elec...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 19/12/2025

Last week, @bakerinstitute.bsky.social and @cartercenter.bsky.social co-hosted their annual elections conference bringing together experts and Task Force members — including David Carroll, Tammy Patrick, and Ben Ginsberg — to discuss democracy and the rule of law. www.youtube.com/watch?v=8lJh...

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25 Years After Bush v. Gore: Contested Elections Then and Now

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 16/12/2025

In a recent conversation, Task Force member and Google Jigsaw CEO Yasmin Green discussed a new approach to “AI polling” that could improve political discourse in America. www.semafor.com/article/11/2...

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Exclusive: Jigsaw CEO Yasmin Green on the power of AI in polling

Green told Semafor she believes her company has found a way to use AI to improve political discourse.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 02/12/2025

Intimidation makes it harder to run secure, fair elections and risks losing years of on-the-job expertise. Protecting the people who protect our votes is how we protect democracy. Follow our newsletter to learn more: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 18/11/2025

Want to get involved in your local elections? Serving as a poll worker is one of the most meaningful ways to support your community and see firsthand the checks and balances that ensure every legitimate vote is counted.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 14/11/2025

More Americans have access to early and mail voting than ever before, and recent elections have seen record-high turnout. As David Becker reminds us in this Task Force briefing, it’s never been easier or more secure to vote by mail. 🗳️

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 04/11/2025

It takes time for election workers to properly count ballots — and that’s a sign of accuracy, not a conspiracy. Tammy Patrick of the Election Center reminds voters today that election officials are bound by the law to ensure results are verified, auditable, and correct.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 04/11/2025

As voting comes to a close in many states with elections this fall, Task Force member Laura MacCleery says that the early voting process has remained orderly, transparent, and secure.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 04/11/2025

With elections tomorrow in CA, NJ, NY, PA, and VA, election experts from the National Task Force on Election Crises emphasize the strength and transparency of America’s voting systems.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 03/11/2025

Behind every secure election are professionals who make it happen. In our latest briefing, Tammy Patrick of the Election Center highlights the preparation, professionalism, and consistency of local election administrators across the country.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 29/10/2025

Intimidation toward election workers is a threat to our democracy. Protecting democracy means protecting the people who make sure every eligible ballot gets counted. Sign up for our newsletter to learn more: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 28/10/2025

Disinformation, from fake claims about fraud to AI-generated deepfakes, aims to weaken trust in elections. But the reality is that our elections *are* safe and secure (and our job is to keep them that way). Get the facts here: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 24/10/2025

Free and fair elections are the foundation of democracy. Threats like intimidation and disinformation won't change that – as long as we continue to support election officials and voters. Sign up for our newsletter to learn more: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 21/10/2025

As we look ahead to special elections, Michael Morley's recent C-SPAN interview offers a key structural point: the President does not have unilateral authority to restrict how states conduct elections. That responsibility belongs primarily to the states, within federal law and the Constitution.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 16/10/2025

In a recent @c-span.bsky.social interview, Michael Morley — National Task Force member and election law expert at Florida State University — discussed how state election laws shape the timing of election results.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 11/09/2025

The National Task Force on Election Crises unequivocally condemns the attack that killed political activist Charlie Kirk.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 30/08/2025

The Task Force uses its expertise to help election officials adapt to new challenges like changes in voting technology to evolving legal frameworks and resource constraints. Stay up to date on how Task Force members are helping officials prepare for the 2026 midterms. Sign up: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 27/08/2025

Task Force Member and @brennancenter.org Vice President @larrynorden.bsky.social co-authored an analysis of the 2025 Election Officials survey with Brennan Center Strategist Ruby Edlin.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 21/08/2025

@verifiedvoting.org released an explainer on how QR codes and barcodes are used in elections, providing an additional resource for voters to understand election administration. verifiedvoting.org/decoding-you...

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Decoding your ballot: The role of QR codes and barcodes

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 15/08/2025

@verifiedvoting.org has released a new interactive map showing which jurisdictions use ballot-marking devices that encode votes in QR codes or barcodes.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 13/08/2025

Task Force Member and @legaldefensefund.bsky.social President @janainelson.bsky.social was recently featured on @weeknightmsnbc to discuss the federal government’s request for private voter data.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 12/08/2025

Understanding how election results are certified, how voting rights are enforced and sharing that accurate information matters. Want to help others navigate the process ahead of 2026? Sign up to be a Task Force Advocate ⬇️ bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 08/08/2025

Last month, the Court of Appeals of Georgia affirmed a lower court’s October ruling that local election officials have a legal duty to certify results—even if they personally disagree with the outcome.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 07/08/2025

The Supreme Court has temporarily paused a lower-court ruling that would have stripped private citizens and civil rights groups in seven states from suing under Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 06/08/2025

We’re pleased to introduce our newest member, @elizabethneumann.bsky.social. Elizabeth is an expert on national security, political violence, and extremism. She brings a wealth of knowledge on countering violent extremism and disinformation in elections.

Elizabeth Neumann
Task Force Member
Chief Strategy Officer, Moonshot

Areas of Expertise:
National Security
Political Violence & Intimidation
Social Media & Artificial Intelligence
Foreign or Cyber Interference
Mis/Disinformation

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 31/07/2025

Safe and secure elections take preparation. During off years, Task Force members continue to advocate for voters, provide advice to election workers, and develop plans to protect elections for years to come. Sign up to become an Advocate and stay in the loop on our work: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 28/07/2025

Running an election takes time and coordination, including training election officials. Task Force member and Election Center Chief Program Officer Tammy Patrick shared her insights on a recent @theelectionsgroup.bsky.social webinar on Strengthening the Election Workforce

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 24/07/2025

Last month, Task Force Member and @votolatino.bsky.social President @mariateresakumar.bsky.social participated in a conversation at the 2025 Social Innovation Summit about how to expand democratic participation and build trust in our institutions.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 22/07/2025

Election workers perform critical and demanding work in order to run smooth and secure elections. The Elections Group hosted a conversation to highlight the human element behind elections, including the stressors these workers face as they make Election Day possible.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 18/07/2025

Protecting elections isn’t just a focus during election years. What we learn each cycle can help make voting more secure + efficient. Become an Advocate to stay up to date on how the Task Force informs better policy for voters and election officials alike. Sign up for updates 👇 bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 16/07/2025

Well-run elections require preparation even in non-election years. For Task Force members like @campaignlegal.org President @thetrevorpotter.bsky.social, that means tracking policies that threaten election access and integrity.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 02/07/2025

The National Task Force on Election Crises brings together experts in election law, cybersecurity, public health, and more to safeguard our elections. Sign up for our newsletter and join the effort for safe, free, and fair elections! 🗳️ bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 26/06/2025

In an op-ed for the @thefulcrum-us.bsky.social, Task Force members @adavnoti.bsky.social & @thetrevorpotter.bsky.social shared their thoughts on the future of the FEC amid recent transitions. Read the full article here thefulcrum.us/ethics-leade...

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 23/06/2025

Last month, Task Force member @rosenzweigp.bsky.social penned an op-ed for @theatlantic.com titled “The Destruction of the Department of Justice.” He shares his thoughts on the DOJ’s purpose, scope, and utilization by the current administration.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 20/06/2025

The Department of Justice enacted sweeping changes to its Civil Rights Division. It introduced new mission statements that shift the division’s priorities, removed all senior civil servants who manage the division’s Voting Rights section, and instructed attorneys to dismiss all active voting cases.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 18/06/2025

The Task Force uses its expertise to help civil society and decision-makers prevent, prepare for, and mitigate a range of election crises. If you want to help keep elections safe, free, and fair for all Americans, sign up to become an Advocate: bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 17/06/2025

Task Force member and law professor @kateshaw.bsky.social testified before the Senate Judiciary Committee to share her expertise on nationwide injunctions issued by federal judges. More on the purpose of nationwide injunctions is threaded below ⤵️

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 12/06/2025

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency’s (CISA) work to secure elections against foreign + cyber interference directly impacts public trust and voters’ confidence in elections. Its specialized expertise is key to warding off evolving, complex attacks.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 10/06/2025

Since its passing in 2002, the Help America Vote Act (HAVA) has distributed billions of dollars to states to secure elections through security trainings, modernizing voting equipment, increased cybersecurity measures, and more.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 29/05/2025

The Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act would require additional proof of citizenship when registering to vote, like a passport or certified copy of a birth certificate, which voting rights groups warn would disenfranchise millions of voters.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 28/05/2025

In April, the House of Representatives passed the Safeguard American Voter Eligibility (SAVE) Act. If passed in the Senate and approved by the president, the bill would require documentary proof of citizenship for voter registration.

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 27/05/2025

The National Task Force on Election Crises depends on trusted advocates sharing reliable information to help prepare for and respond to a range of election crises. Sign up to become a Task Force Advocate bit.ly/NTFEC

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Election Task Force @electiontaskforce.org · 22/05/2025

Task Force member & @verifiedvoting.org CEO Pam Smith shared her thoughts on prioritizing election security by funding organizations like the Cybersecurity & Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) in an article for The Contrarian. Read the full article here: contrarian.substack.com/p/we-cant-af...

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